Upcoming Workshops & Classes

  • Basic Woodturning

    • 2 Oct 2024
    • 23 Oct 2024
    • 4 sessions
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 3
    Registration is closed

    This class will cover the safe operation of a lathe including appropriate personal safety protection and sharpening techniques for turning tools. It will cover techniques for turning spindles, both simple and complex, basic bowl and basic platter.

    Instructors: Bill Thompson & Claude Drapeau

    Prerequisite: None

    Cost: $315.00             

    ACP Members:  $270.00

    Materials, lathes and tools supplied      

    Maximum number of students: 4             

    Sessions: 4




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  • Basic Pen Turning

    • 9 Oct 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 3
    • 1 registrant
    Registration is closed

    This class will cover the basics of turning pens from wood, including blank preparation,  turning basics, finishing and assembly.  Pens will include a standard Slimline pen and possible variations on the Slimline. Students will take home two completed pens.

    Prerequisite:     None
    Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
    Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members:  $80.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                    Maximum number of students:       4




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  • Basic Lidded Box

    • 10 Oct 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
    Registration is closed

    This class will cover the basics of turning a lidded box, including blank preparation, design considerations, and turning basics. 

    A material fee of $10.00 included in cost. 

    Instructor:          Claude Drapeau

    Prerequisite:      Basic woodturning or demonstrated experience with woodturning

    Cost:     $125.00              ACP members:  $110.00

    Materials, lathes and tools supplied, but students may bring
    their own tools

    Maximum number of students:  4

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  • Basic Pen Turning

    • 22 Oct 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 3
    • 1 registrant
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    This class will cover the basics of turning pens from wood, including blank preparation,  turning basics, finishing and assembly.  Pens will include a standard Slimline pen and possible variations on the Slimline. Students will take home two completed pens.

    Prerequisite:     None
    Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
    Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members:  $80.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                    Maximum number of students:       4




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  • Turning a Peppermill

    • 24 Oct 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 1
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    This class will cover the basics of turning a peppermill from wood, including blank preparation, turning basics, finishing and assembly.

    Instructors:       Claude Drapeau
    Prerequisite:     Basic Woodturning or demonstrated experience                                         
    Cost:     $130.00                 ACP Members:  $115.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                                 
    Maximum number of students:       4



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  • Basic Woodturning

    • 30 Oct 2024
    • 19 Nov 2024
    • 4 sessions
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 2
    Register

    This class will cover the safe operation of a lathe including appropriate personal safety protection and sharpening techniques for turning tools. It will cover techniques for turning spindles, both simple and complex, basic bowl and basic platter.

    Instructors: Bill Thompson & Claude Drapeau

    Prerequisite: None

    Cost: $315.00             

    ACP Members:  $270.00

    Materials, lathes and tools supplied      

    Maximum number of students: 4             

    Sessions: 4




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  • Spindle Christmas Ornaments

    • 30 Oct 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 3
    • 1 registrant
    Register

    This class will cover the creation of tree ornaments including blank preparation, design considerations, and basic spindle gouge techniques.  All levels of experience are welcome, including beginners! All materials, lathes and tools are provided.


    Instructor: Leslie Gifford Cook     

    Cost:  $75.00                    ACP Members: $65.00                                                

    Maximum number of students:  4

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  • Basic Pen Turning

    • 6 Nov 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
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    This class will cover the basics of turning pens from wood, including blank preparation,  turning basics, finishing and assembly.  Pens will include a standard Slimline pen and possible variations on the Slimline. Students will take home two completed pens.

    Prerequisite:     None
    Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
    Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members:  $80.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                    Maximum number of students:       4




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  • Natural Edge Bowl

    • 7 Nov 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 3
    • 1 registrant
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     This class will cover the basics of turning a natural edge bowl, including blank preparation, design considerations and turning basics.  Material fee of $10.00 included in cost.

    Instructors:       Claude Drapeau

    Prerequisite:     Basic Woodturning and demonstrated experience with a bowl gouge

    Cost:     $130.00                 ACP Members:  $115.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied, but students may bring their own tools.
    Maximum number of students: 4




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  • Spindle Christmas Ornaments

    • 13 Nov 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
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    Register

    This class will cover the creation of tree ornaments including blank preparation, design considerations, and basic spindle gouge techniques.  All levels of experience are welcome, including beginners! All materials, lathes and tools are provided.


    Instructor: Leslie Gifford Cook     

    Cost:  $75.00                    ACP Members: $65.00                                                

    Maximum number of students:  4

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  • Inside-Out Xmas Ornaments

    • 14 Nov 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
    • Be the first
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    This class will cover the creation of a Christmas ornament using the inside-out turning technique.  This technique can also be used for other applications, such as candlesticks.  Material costs are included.

    Instructor:  Bill Thompson                                                                              Prerequisite: Basic Woodturning or demonstrated woodturning experience       

    Cost:  $75.00                    ACP Members: $65.00

    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                                                                     
    Maximum number of students:  4


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  • Sharpening Woodturning Tools

    • 21 Nov 2024
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 1
    • 2 registrants
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    This class will cover the use of the One Way Wolverine system for sharpening woodturning tools.  Included will be the use of the Varigrind attachment for gouges and the skew attachment.  Students should bring their own woodturning tools to sharpen in the class.


    Instructors:       Bill Thompson  Prerequisite:     None
    Cost:     $50.00                 ACP Members:  $45.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                           Maximum number of students:       3


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  • Spindle Christmas Ornaments

    • 22 Nov 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
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    Register

    This class will cover the creation of tree ornaments including blank preparation, design considerations, and basic spindle gouge techniques.  All levels of experience are welcome, including beginners! All materials, lathes and tools are provided.


    Instructor: Leslie Gifford Cook     

    Cost:  $75.00                    ACP Members: $65.00                                                

    Maximum number of students:  4

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  • Basic Woodturning

    • 26 Nov 2024
    • 17 Dec 2024
    • 4 sessions
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
    Register

    This class will cover the safe operation of a lathe including appropriate personal safety protection and sharpening techniques for turning tools. It will cover techniques for turning spindles, both simple and complex, basic bowl and basic platter.

    Instructors: Bill Thompson & Claude Drapeau

    Prerequisite: None

    Cost: $315.00             

    ACP Members:  $270.00

    Materials, lathes and tools supplied      

    Maximum number of students: 4             

    Sessions: 4




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  • Bird House Ornament

    • 28 Nov 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Artisans Centre Peterborough
    • 4
    Register

    Cardinal Birdhouse Ornament | Lanny DeanThis class will cover the creation of a woodturned ornament in the form of a bird house. Perfect for decorating or as a sweet and personal holiday gift!

    Instructor:       Claude Drapeau

    Prerequisite:     Basic Woodworking or demonstrated experience

    Cost:     $75.00

    ACP Members:     $65.00

    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                   

    Maximum number of students:       4


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  • Basic Pen Turning

    • 4 Dec 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
    • Be the first
    Register

    This class will cover the basics of turning pens from wood, including blank preparation,  turning basics, finishing and assembly.  Pens will include a standard Slimline pen and possible variations on the Slimline. Students will take home two completed pens.

    Prerequisite:     None
    Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
    Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members:  $80.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                    Maximum number of students:       4




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  • Inside-Out Xmas Ornaments

    • 5 Dec 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 3
    • 1 registrant
    Register


    This class will cover the creation of a Christmas ornament using the inside-out turning technique.  This technique can also be used for other applications, such as candlesticks.  Material costs are included.

    Instructor:  Bill Thompson                                                                              Prerequisite: Basic Woodturning or demonstrated woodturning experience       

    Cost:  $75.00                    ACP Members: $65.00

    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                                                                     
    Maximum number of students:  4


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  • Basic Pen Turning

    • 11 Dec 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Peterborough Square, Unit 3
    • 4
    • Be the first
    Register

    This class will cover the basics of turning pens from wood, including blank preparation,  turning basics, finishing and assembly.  Pens will include a standard Slimline pen and possible variations on the Slimline. Students will take home two completed pens.

    Prerequisite:     None
    Instructors:       Leslie Gifford Cook
    Cost:     $90.00                 ACP Members:  $80.00
    Materials, lathes and tools supplied                                    Maximum number of students:       4




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  • Bird House Ornament

    • 12 Dec 2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Artisans Centre Peterborough
    • 4
    Register